The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: A Commemorative Pop-up
Robert Sabuda has created a resplendent pop-up version of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the original publication. This glorious edition is told in a shorter version of L. Frank Baum's original text, with artwork in the style of W. W. Denslow. With sparkling touches of colored foil and Emerald City eyeglasses, this classic tale is certain to find an honored place on the family bookshelf.
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the publication of L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz, master paper engineer Robert Sabuda has created a pop-up version of Dorothy's adventures in Oz that fans will find hard to resist. Modeling his depictions of Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the rest after W. W. Denslow's original art, Sabuda adds a third dimension that would have rocked Denslow's--and Baum's--world. A rapidly spinning cyclone actually casts a breeze over the startled reader's face. Glorious red poppies wave seductively in a field. And the Emerald City positively glitters with green, especially when young readers try on the special tinted "Spectacles for You" provided in a pocket on the page. The abridged text, provided in minibooklets set onto each page, covers enough basics for the Oz novice, but we recommend a read-aloud of the original, as well, for all the glory and detail of Baum's fantastic tale. Sabuda's homage to the classic is truly spectacular; even purists will gasp in delight at the sight of the humbug wizard floating away in his shiny green, gold, and blue hot-air balloon. This great introduction to the story of Oz doubles as a fun collector's item. (Ages 3 to 7) --Emilie Coulter
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122 Reviews
| From: Amazon Posted: Jul 02, 2008 Type: User Review |
Captivating book
I ordered this book for my 8 year old niece. She really likes it, especially the tornado page at the beginning. She is just discovering the world of books and is always thrilled when she can actually keep one versus having to return it to the...
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| From: Amazon Posted: Jan 22, 2008 Type: User Review |
Charming
This book was recommended by a friend who has it and reads it to her granddaughter. I bought it to give as a gift to my granddaughter, but was so thrilled at the charming and spectacular content, I have kept it for myself. The pop ups have such...
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| From: Amazon Posted: Jan 18, 2008 Type: User Review |
Wizard of Oz Popup Book
My father got my sister and I some beautiful fairy tale popup books from Europe when we were children. We have never seen a popup book come even close to the details in those books. I took a chance after reading the reviews and ordered the...
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| From: Amazon Posted: Jan 15, 2008 Type: User Review |
Wizard of Oz Pop-Up Book
Purchased item for my niece who adores the wizard of oz. The item was as described. Shipped promptly and she LOVED it.
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| From: Amazon Posted: Jan 07, 2008 Type: User Review |
AWESOME
I BOUGHT THIS BOOK FOR A 2 MONTH OLD BABY FOR WHEN SHE GETS OLDER.I OPENED THE BOOK WHEN IT CAME IN THE MAIL AND I FELT LIKE A LITTLE KID IT WAS SO AWESOME. EACH PAGE IS FILLED WITH AMAZING DETAIL. IT WILL REALLY PUT A SMILE ON YOUR FACE
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| From: Amazon Posted: Jan 02, 2008 Type: User Review |
The Cow says
I was gifted this book about 4 or 5 years ago and my family has really enjoyed it over those years. I recently ordered another one for a friend as a Christmas gift. My copy has held up (made in South America), I am apprehensive about the newer one...
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| From: Amazon Posted: Dec 29, 2007 Type: User Review |
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: A Commemorative Pop-up by L. Frank Baum
When I first opened this book and the tornado twisted around I was amazed.
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| From: Amazon Posted: Dec 07, 2007 Type: User Review |
Beautiful
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| From: Amazon Posted: Nov 29, 2007 Type: User Review |
The Book is Alive
This book is pure magic. It is the greatest of all Robert Sabuda pop up creations (I should know I have a complete collection). It is true to the original story, which is a little different than the movie. When you open the first page a tornado...
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5.00/5 |
| From: Amazon Posted: Nov 12, 2007 Type: User Review |
Beautiful
This is such a Wonderful and Beautiful work of art. A must have for any family that truly enjoy books......the pop-up is AMAZING!!
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